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Area of Responsibility
Business Operations
Type
Full-Time
Location
Charlotte, North Carolina

Senior Associate Athletic Director/CFO

University of North Carolina at CharlotteFull-TimeCharlotte, NC
Position Number 012588
Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Working Title Senior Associate Athletic Director/CFO
Position Designation EHRA Non-Faculty
Employment Type Permanent - Full-time
Months per Year 12
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, nights and weekends as needed.
Hours per week 40
FLSA Status Exempt
Division Athletics
Department Athletics (Adm)
Work Location SAC
   
Primary Purpose of Department
The mission of the Athletic Department at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte is to operate within the perspective of the overall educational programs. With a balanced program that supports opportunities for all students and staff, the department promotes a total person concept that provides its student-athletes with the necessary tools to be successful in academic, athletic and social settings. The Department of Athletic supports the highest ethical standards of the University, the NCAA and Conference Affiliation.
Primary Purpose of Position
Responsible to the Director of Athletics for fiscal operations of the Department of Athletics, Student Activities Center (SAC), Charlotte 49ers Ventures, and the Charlotte 49ers Athletic Foundation.
Summary of Position Responsibilities
  • Prepare annual budgets by collaborating with department heads and coaches.
  • Monitor travel, purchasing, financial aid, and any miscellaneous expenses.
  • Manage the internal Athletic Department Business Office and provide administrative budget approval for internal budgets.
  • Provide regular budget reports to department heads and coaches.
  • Develop funding models for all major athletics facilities projects
  • Project and forecast revenue and expenditures on an ongoing basis to ensure a positive year-end budget outcome
  • Act as Controller for the Department of Athletics while working with the University Controller’s Office to ensure compliance with University policies and procedures and GASB accounting standards.
  • Coordinate all financial audits, both external and internal, concerning the Department of Athletics. These include, but are not limited to, the annual Department of Education Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act (EADA) Report, the annual NCAA Agreed Upon Procedures Report, and an annual internal Department of Athletics report.
  • Oversee insurance program for student-athletes, vehicles, and travel.
  • Manage agreements with travel agencies and other services.
  • Evaluate processes and make recommendations to establish an environment of continuous improvement for the Athletics Business Office.
  • Utilizes available resources to streamline workflows and create efficiencies with a focus on reducing paper-based workflows.
  • Work with overall departmental strategic planning and conference positioning.
  • Work with the American Conference office on various items.
  • Assist the Director of Athletics in other capacities as necessary and as assigned.
  • Abide by all written policies, procedures, and guidelines of the University of North Carolina Charlotte, the Department of Athletics, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), and all applicable conferences or associations
Minimum Education/Experience
Undergraduate degree in a related field (Administration, business, or accounting) and previous experience in managing a business operation.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Masters degree in related field; experience working in college athletics or in higher education.
Necessary Certifications/Licenses
Valid Drivers License
Preferred Certifications/Licenses  
Special Notes to Applicants
  • The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
  • The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
  • Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
  • UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/
Posting Open Date 08/21/2025
Posting Close Date  
Open Until Filled Yes
Proposed Hire Date  
If time-limited please indicate appointment end date  
Contact Information  

Posting Specific Questions

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  1. How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
    • UNC Charlotte Website
    • HERC Job Board
    • Inside Higher Education
    • Circa (formerly known as Local JobNetwork)
    • Another Website
    • Agency Referral
    • Advertisement/Publication
    • Personal Referral
    • Other
  2. Where did you learn about this posting?

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. Do you have an undergraduate degree in a related field (Administration, business, or accounting) and previous experience in managing a business operation?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. Do you have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one before the first day of hire?
    • No
    • Yes

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume / Curriculum Vitae
  2. Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
  3. Contact Information for References